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Image credits: Saleen
Saleen Automotive, America's premiere automotive enthusiast brand for over a quarter of a century, announced today at the New York Auto Show that it has entered into a partnership with American automotive legend Dan Gurney for creation of a special Gurney Signature Edition Mustang. 'It is amazing that just two years ago Saleen was standing on stage here at the Javitz Center with Parnelli Jones and today we are with his long time rival and friend, and truthfully one of America's racing heroes, Mr. Dan Gurney,' said Saleen President and CEO Paul Wilbur.
All 300 of the Gurney Signature Edition vehicles will feature Saleen's 465 Hp supercharged 281 cubic inch engine, short throw shifter, and 3.73 Max Grip rear axle. In addition, the vehicles will have custom two-tone seats that feature either blue or red AlcantaraTM inserts designed to keep your rear end planted firmly behind the wheel. The legendary Gurney Eagle© logo is featured on the steering wheel and several other places around the car.
The exterior reflects the look of Dan's 1969 Trans Am series Mustang, masterfully recreated in a fashion that honors history but looks aggressively towards the future. The heritage styled Gurney Edition body kit, 'duck bill' rear spoiler and 'stinger' style hood all come together in harmony with the carefully placed graphics and die cut Gurney Eagle insignia.
'I am pleased that they could make a car that is so beautiful but still so true to my old race car. At the end of the day, all I really want is a car that is faster than Parnelli's' said racing great, Dan Gurney.
Saleen executives were not prepared to make that statement, but what they did say is: 'this is likely the best all around 281 supercharged car that Saleen has ever built,' commented Saleen General Manager, Marques McCammon.
'Dan Gurney has always been about business on the track. His cars were light, fast and handled like they were on rails,' said Saleen Vice Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Chris Theodore. 'I'll admit we added a little weight when we added the blower to this car, but you will be shocked at how this car cuts through a corner.'
The Gurney Signature Edition gets its dynamic ability from the specially tuned Racecraft suspension, Generation-II Watts-Link Rear End, and super sticky Pirelli Corsa tires. This is a suspension combination that has never before been featured on a Saleen vehicle, and one that received the personal stamp from Dan Gurney himself.
'It is like a dream come true to spend time on the tarmac with the Gurney's. Together, we will create a package that I am sure that market will love,' said Chassis and Dynamics Lead Derk Hartland.
The Gurney Signature Edition Mustang is slated to begin production this April and should start appearing in dealers later that month. With production being limited to only 300 cars, the Gurney Edition is sure to be a must have amongst collectors. In honor of Mr. Gurney's 'All American racer persona the cars will be offered in only three colors: Torch Red, Performance White, and the feature color Vista Blue. One hundred of each color will be made with contrasting color graphics and interiors, and a set of '#2' roundels to truly relive the Gurney experience.
The most important piece of the car to me is Dan Gurney's signature on the center of the dash,' commented Wilbur. 'I view it as the stamp of approval by one of America's greatest drivers.'Source - Saleen
All 300 of the Gurney Signature Edition vehicles will feature Saleen's 465 Hp supercharged 281 cubic inch engine, short throw shifter, and 3.73 Max Grip rear axle. In addition, the vehicles will have custom two-tone seats that feature either blue or red AlcantaraTM inserts designed to keep your rear end planted firmly behind the wheel. The legendary Gurney Eagle© logo is featured on the steering wheel and several other places around the car.
The exterior reflects the look of Dan's 1969 Trans Am series Mustang, masterfully recreated in a fashion that honors history but looks aggressively towards the future. The heritage styled Gurney Edition body kit, 'duck bill' rear spoiler and 'stinger' style hood all come together in harmony with the carefully placed graphics and die cut Gurney Eagle insignia.
'I am pleased that they could make a car that is so beautiful but still so true to my old race car. At the end of the day, all I really want is a car that is faster than Parnelli's' said racing great, Dan Gurney.
Saleen executives were not prepared to make that statement, but what they did say is: 'this is likely the best all around 281 supercharged car that Saleen has ever built,' commented Saleen General Manager, Marques McCammon.
'Dan Gurney has always been about business on the track. His cars were light, fast and handled like they were on rails,' said Saleen Vice Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Chris Theodore. 'I'll admit we added a little weight when we added the blower to this car, but you will be shocked at how this car cuts through a corner.'
The Gurney Signature Edition gets its dynamic ability from the specially tuned Racecraft suspension, Generation-II Watts-Link Rear End, and super sticky Pirelli Corsa tires. This is a suspension combination that has never before been featured on a Saleen vehicle, and one that received the personal stamp from Dan Gurney himself.
'It is like a dream come true to spend time on the tarmac with the Gurney's. Together, we will create a package that I am sure that market will love,' said Chassis and Dynamics Lead Derk Hartland.
The Gurney Signature Edition Mustang is slated to begin production this April and should start appearing in dealers later that month. With production being limited to only 300 cars, the Gurney Edition is sure to be a must have amongst collectors. In honor of Mr. Gurney's 'All American racer persona the cars will be offered in only three colors: Torch Red, Performance White, and the feature color Vista Blue. One hundred of each color will be made with contrasting color graphics and interiors, and a set of '#2' roundels to truly relive the Gurney experience.
The most important piece of the car to me is Dan Gurney's signature on the center of the dash,' commented Wilbur. 'I view it as the stamp of approval by one of America's greatest drivers.'Source - Saleen
2008 Saleen Gurney Signature Edition Mustang |
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| Year | 2008 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Gurney Signature Edition Mustang |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Tuner | Saleen |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis | Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood |
| Combined MPG | 0.00 |
| Introduced At | 2008 New York International Auto Show |
| Engine | |
| Engine Configuration | V |
| 90-degree | |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Aspiration/Induction | Supercharged |
| Displacement | 281.00 CU IN. | 4605.6 cc. | 4.6 L. |
| Horsepower | 475.00 HP (349.6 KW) |
| HP / Liter | 103.3 BHP / Liter |
| Fuel Feed | Fuel Injected |
| Block | Aluminum |
| Head | Aluminum |
| Standard Transmission | |
| Gears | 5 |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Short throw shifter | |
| Dimensions | |
| Cargo Volume | 13.10 cu. ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 97.901 cu. ft. |
| Standard Payload | 0.00 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Produced | 300 |
| Exterior | |
| Length | 187.601 in | 4765.1 mm. |
| Width | 73.901 in | 1877.1 mm. |
| Height | 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm. |
| Wheelbase | 107.101 in | 2720.4 mm. |
| Front Track | 62.801 in | 1595.1 mm. |
| Rear Track | 63.001 in | 1600.2 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Headroom | 38.601 in | 980.5 mm. |
| Rear Headroom | 34.701 in | 881.4 mm. |
| Front Legroom | 42.701 in | 1084.6 mm. |
| Rear Legroom | 30.301 in | 769.6 mm. |
| Front Hip Room | 53.61 in | 1361.7 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room | 46.81 in | 1189 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.401 in | 1407.2 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.401 in | 1356.4 mm. |
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| Suspension | |
| Suspension | Racecraft suspension |
| Steering | |
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist | |
| Steering Overall Ratio | 15.7:1 |
| Turning Circle | 33.401 ft |
| Tires / Wheels | |
| Tires | Pirelli Corsa |
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